University of Miami · 3 days ago
Research Associate 2- Petrucelli Lab
The University of Miami is a leading academic medical center providing cutting-edge patient care and research. They are seeking a Research Associate 2 to contribute to research activities, perform complex experiments, and support laboratory operations within a neuroscience-focused research team.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Performs specialized and complex experiments/studies
Participates in the publication of significant research results
Advances expertise through education, training, and research
Writes extramural grants/proposals to gain support when appropriate
Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens and tissue cultures
Weighs and anesthetizes laboratory animals for experiments
Operates sensitive and highly complex laboratory equipment
Performs calculations to complete research test results
Performs photography and dark room processing
Participates in training sessions and workshops
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets
Perform specialized experiments involving cell culture, genetic material extraction, PCR, electrophoresis, protein assays, and immunodetection techniques such as Western Blot and ELISA
Assist with the preparation, handling, and analysis of biological samples, including tissue cultures, cell lines, or molecular specimens
Contribute to experimental workflows focused on molecular modeling, protein–protein interactions, and therapeutic mechanism studies relevant to the team’s research direction
Operate laboratory equipment and follow established procedures to ensure accuracy, reproducibility, and adherence to experimental protocols
Collect, organize, analyze, and interpret experimental data using molecular modeling tools, bioinformatic databases, and standard laboratory software
Maintain detailed, accurate laboratory records of experiments, results, and procedures to support internal reporting and research publications
Assist with drafting sections of manuscripts, figures, or documentation for collaborative publications as appropriate
Support the general organization of the laboratory, including equipment maintenance, inventory management, and ordering supplies essential for daily research operations
Ensure compliance with biosafety and institutional policies related to specimen handling, chemical use, and laboratory operations
Participate in team meetings, workshops, and training sessions to enhance technical proficiency and contribute to a collaborative scientific environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in relevant field required
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required
Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands
Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment
Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications
Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders
Proficiency in molecular biology, cell‑based methods, and data analysis
Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Tuition remission
And more
Company
University of Miami
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